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American Hustle wins big at Golden Globes, 2014

American Hustle wins big at Golden Globes, 2014

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

The 71th Annual Golden Globe awards have been announced. There have been quite a few surprises and some expected nods.

Planes existed in ancient India: Claim made at Science Congress

Planes existed in ancient India: Claim made at Science Congress

Rediff.com4 Jan 2015

Aeroplanes existed in India 7,000 years ago and they travelled from one country to another and from one planet to another, the Indian Science Congress was told on Sunday in a controversial lecture that examined ancient aviation technology in the Vedas.

All your need to know about the new PM from Down Under

All your need to know about the new PM from Down Under

Rediff.com15 Sep 2015

Malcolm Turnbull became Australia's new prime minister when he was sworn on Tuesday after an internal revolt within the ruling Liberal Party forced Tony Abbott to quit.

Pakistan Super League: Younis unsold; Misbah for Islamabad

Pakistan Super League: Younis unsold; Misbah for Islamabad

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Pakistan's Test stalwart Younis Khan, who led the national team to its only World T20 title in 2009, remained unsold while captain Misbah-ul Haq was snapped up by the Islamabad franchise on the first day of the Players' Draft for the Pakistan Super League, on Monday.

'If F1 continues on its current path, it is headed for a major crisis'

'If F1 continues on its current path, it is headed for a major crisis'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2015

Former FIA president Max Mosley has warned that Formula One risks serious difficulties unless it changes direction and cuts costs.

The Looming Tower: How 9/11 happened

The Looming Tower: How 9/11 happened

Rediff.com6 Apr 2018

The Looming Tower reveals the bitter CIA-FBI turf battles that led to the worst terrorist attack in America's history.

England rest Anderson, Pietersen and Swann for limited overs series

England rest Anderson, Pietersen and Swann for limited overs series

Rediff.com10 Dec 2013

England have rested batsman Kevin Pietersen and bowling pair Graeme Swann and James Anderson from their limited-overs squads for the series in Australia starting next month.

Review: Wonder Woman: A befitting hurray to girl power. And more!

Review: Wonder Woman: A befitting hurray to girl power. And more!

Rediff.com2 Jun 2017

There's a lot more to Wonder Woman than the obvious. It's a magnificent superhero vehicle, a sparkly love story, a touching coming-of-age and a befitting hurray to girl power.

When you come after Americans, we go after you: Highlights from Obama's State of the Union address

When you come after Americans, we go after you: Highlights from Obama's State of the Union address

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

Highlights from US president's final state of the union address.

Kanpur to MIT: The inspiring journey of Ayush Sharma

Kanpur to MIT: The inspiring journey of Ayush Sharma

Rediff.com21 Apr 2015

Son of a mechanic from the Public Works Department, Ayush Sharma has not only won admission to the undergraduate programme at the prestigious American university, but also a full tuition waiver.

Football Briefs: Ex-United striker Berbatov joins Tendulkar's Kerala Blasters

Football Briefs: Ex-United striker Berbatov joins Tendulkar's Kerala Blasters

Rediff.com23 Aug 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

CLT20 Preview: Will Kings XI Punjab's power-packed batting tame Hurricanes?

CLT20 Preview: Will Kings XI Punjab's power-packed batting tame Hurricanes?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2014

After their best-ever show at IPL 7, Kings XI Punjab will look to continue their aggressive brand of cricket when they start their campaign against Hobart Hurricanes in a Group B match of the Champions League Twenty20 in Mohali on Thursday.

Football Briefs: Hendrick strikes late as Burnley beat Newcastle

Football Briefs: Hendrick strikes late as Burnley beat Newcastle

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

'Virat doesn't need gyaan'

'Virat doesn't need gyaan'

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

'Virat's career and captaincy are on auto-pilot mode right now.' 'He knows what he is doing and leads by example.'

Lessons India Inc can learn from the Indian cricket team

Lessons India Inc can learn from the Indian cricket team

Rediff.com10 Jul 2017

The Virat Kohli-Anil Kumble fiasco proves that two power centres don't work whether it's Team India or Indian companies, says Shyamal Majumdar.

Kiwis looking to make history on Indian soil

Kiwis looking to make history on Indian soil

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Having turned the tables in the one-dayers after a shoddy show in the Test series, New Zealand speedster Tim Southee is confident that the Black Caps can script history by winning their first ever bilateral ODI series in India.

PHOTOS: Hero's welcome for IPL champs Mumbai Indians at Wankhede

PHOTOS: Hero's welcome for IPL champs Mumbai Indians at Wankhede

Rediff.com26 May 2015

Mumbai Indians team celebrate their second IPL title at the iconic Wankhede stadium on Monday.

Euro Qualifiers: Serbia hold Portugal after Ronaldo suffers injury

Euro Qualifiers: Serbia hold Portugal after Ronaldo suffers injury

Rediff.com26 Mar 2019

Wasteful Portugal were held to a 1-1 home draw by Serbia after their captain and top scorer Cristiano Ronaldo limped off with an apparent hamstring injury in the first half of their Euro 2020 Group B qualifier on Monday.

Calls for Wenger to be replaced as Arsenal stare at another exit

Calls for Wenger to be replaced as Arsenal stare at another exit

Rediff.com16 Feb 2017

According to BBC, the manager's future will be decided at season end 'This is 20 years of work here. He's been magnificent for the club. This is a massive low point for him. This brings forward the change that looks likely at the end of the season'

Will baseball make a 2020 return at Tokyo Games?

Will baseball make a 2020 return at Tokyo Games?

Rediff.com18 Sep 2014

The president of the Olympic Council of Asia has thrown his support behind baseball's bid to return to the programme at the 2020 Tokyo Games.

How Tesla became America's darling

How Tesla became America's darling

Rediff.com13 Apr 2017

Tesla's Model 3 sedan, scheduled to roll out later this year, will be critical to founder Elon Musk's ambitions to transform his company from a niche car-maker into a mass-market manufacturer.

FC Goa sign Lucio as marquee player; Mumbai retain Anelka

FC Goa sign Lucio as marquee player; Mumbai retain Anelka

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Lucimar Ferreira da Silva, popularly known as Lucio, has signed up with FC Goa as a marquee player for the second season of the Indian Super League.

Brazil's World Cup winner Lucio signs up for ISL

Brazil's World Cup winner Lucio signs up for ISL

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

Lucimar Ferreira da Silva, popularly known as Lucio, has signed up with FC Goa as a marquee player for the second season of the Indian Super League.

6 management lessons from Mumbai Indians' IPL win

6 management lessons from Mumbai Indians' IPL win

Rediff.com27 May 2015

What separates the men from the boys? What is it that winners have but losers lack? Sonil Dedhia/Rediff.com lists lessons you can learn from Mumbai Indians' win against Chennai Super Kings at Eden Gardens on May 24.

Stats dossier: How many Tests has India won in New Zealand?

Stats dossier: How many Tests has India won in New Zealand?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

Overall, India enjoy a wonderful against the Kiwis in Tests, having won 18 matches out of 52, but have clinched victory in only five games out of 21 in New Zealand.

'Indian or a foreigner, appoint the best as Team India coach'

'Indian or a foreigner, appoint the best as Team India coach'

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Indian batting legend Rahul Dravid said he has not been approached for the coach's job of Team India, and added that the new coach must be selected irrespective of nationality.

Before China sends cheap lethal drones over the border

Before China sends cheap lethal drones over the border

Rediff.com15 Sep 2017

What must India do now?

PIX: Unseen photos reveal George W Bush's response to 9/11 attacks

PIX: Unseen photos reveal George W Bush's response to 9/11 attacks

Rediff.com12 May 2016

Previously unseen photographs of then-US President George W. Bush during 9/11 have been released.

On Selma anniversary, thousands march to mark 'Bloody Sunday'

On Selma anniversary, thousands march to mark 'Bloody Sunday'

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

With a nod to ongoing US racial tension and threats to voting rights, President Barack Obama declared the work of the Civil Rights Movement advanced but unfinished on Saturday during a visit to the Alabama Bridge that spawned a landmark voting law.

Stats: First instance of Team India going 'win-less' Down Under

Stats: First instance of Team India going 'win-less' Down Under

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

Statistical highlights of the tri-series match between India and England at the WACA on Friday.

Cricket Buzz: 'Packed schedule could lead to more players quitting Test cricket'

Cricket Buzz: 'Packed schedule could lead to more players quitting Test cricket'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2018

The 55-year-old had previously suggested that Twenty20 internationals should be stopped to alleviate players' schedules.

NBA: Spurs edge Mavs in San Antonio to open title defense

NBA: Spurs edge Mavs in San Antonio to open title defense

Rediff.com29 Oct 2014

The San Antonio Spurs raised their championship banner then elevated their game when it mattered to edge the Dallas Mavericks 101-100 in a season-opening win on Tuesday.

I had told the players to give Chappell time to settle down: Tendulkar

I had told the players to give Chappell time to settle down: Tendulkar

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

Sachin Tendulkar revealed that a few Indian players were not feeling comfortable under former coach Greg Chappell after the first couple of tours and he was the one who had persuaded his colleagues to be patient with the Australian and give him more time to get settled.

Numbers Game: It's 'Mission Impossible' for the Kiwis

Numbers Game: It's 'Mission Impossible' for the Kiwis

Rediff.com17 Oct 2017

India have won six ODI series on the trot. New Zealand have never won an ODI series in India.

Kane Williamson rises to top of Test rankings

Kane Williamson rises to top of Test rankings

Rediff.com21 Dec 2015

Kane Williamson is the second New Zealand batsman after Glenn Turner to top the ICC Player Rankings for Test batsmen following a man of the match performance in the Hamilton Test against Sri Lanka, which helped the home side win by five wickets and take the series 2-0.

10 books to look forward to in 2018

10 books to look forward to in 2018

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

There are several books that Aakar Patel wishes were being written but aren't. Fortunately, there's plenty coming up this year that he's eagerly awaiting.

Will India have a home-grown coach after 15 years?

Will India have a home-grown coach after 15 years?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Duncan Fletcher's impending exit prompts Haresh Pandya to suggest 'Indian' options for the job of national coach.

What you should not miss in EPL this weekend

What you should not miss in EPL this weekend

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

Two big derbies and an eventful weekend of football awaits us all...

Golden Globes 2016: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence win!

Golden Globes 2016: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence win!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2016

A quick look at the winners.

Football Extras: Copa Libertadores final postponed again

Football Extras: Copa Libertadores final postponed again

Rediff.com26 Nov 2018

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field